Whoa–have things been busy around here!! The school year is rolling along quite quickly and I am excited to be doing some health coaching on the side. Of course, I always make time for some delicious meals for Bob and me.« Continue »
I’m pretty sure I snagged the last of this season’s bounty of blueberries. I have been averaging a 2 lb container (thank you, Costco) of these gems every week and a half. I eat a handful for a snack, add them to my morning oatbran . . . . and make the best sauce for […]
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We are still experiencing perfect grilling weather, and taking full advantage of it. I’m doing my best to not use the oven. Instead, I am making a habit of firing up the grill and relaxing on the patio as our dinner cooks. It’s the perfect way to begin an evening.
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Easy to make (these are “no bake”!). Portable. Quality fuel. And tasty!! New to my list of snack bite requirements is “gluten-free” (for Bob). Therefore, I specifically bought a package of gluten-free oats from Trader Joe’s for this batch.
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We have been making great use of our grill over the past few weeks. The weather has been perfect for cooking outside, and I still believe that everything tastes better when it comes off the grill.
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Friday’s Five
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This is the best time of year for tomatoes. Right now, I can find the best tasting tomatoes at the farmer’s market and grocery store. I’ve also been successful at growing my own, for the first time!
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I’ve never enjoyed mayonnaise, so I stay away from recipes that use it. So far this summer, there have been a handful of events where I wanted to bring a side dish that everyone would enjoy, and would compliment typical grilled entrees and picnic-type foods.
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Wow. We had a fantastic vacation in San Diego! I had never been there before, but I now understand why people adore the area. It was beautiful!!
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Bob and I are leaving for a one-week vacation, and we couldn’t be more excited!! While we usually go to Colorado every summer, plans changed, and we are taking a different vacation this year: San Diego!
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I’ve only ever had jicama raw . . . chopped in salads, used as chips for dip, and shredded within Mexican dishes.
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Friday’s Five
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I had heard of lychee fruit, but never eaten one. Until now! Last week, I found a basket of them sitting near the front of the produce department at Mariano’s. I tossed a few in my cart and brought them home to try.
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I cannot believe the 4th of July has already come and gone! Bob and I had a fun-filled holiday weekend that included barbecues, a parade, an art fair, and listening to concerts from our patio and at a festival.
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This smoothie reminded me of a Wendy’s Frosty. It tasted rich and decadent. However, this smoothie was made using a plethora of superfoods!
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Once again, we have been enjoying some outstanding seafood! Through Tuscan Market, we were able to have some fresh tilapia for dinner the other night and the hardest part was deciding how exactly to prepare the filets.
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Friday’s Five
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I’ve seen fava beans, but never knew what to do with them. While shopping at Mariano’s last week, they had a food demonstration that included grilling fava beans. So, I bought a small bag of them and decided to try it for myself at home.
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In general, I have really grown to love mushrooms over the past few years. As a kid, I picked them out of everything and pushed them to the side. Nowadays, I eat mushrooms one way or another almost every day.
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Bob and I have been busy enjoying our first couple weeks of summer break: running errands and completing tasks that had previously been postponed, spending time training Shazam, and relaxing with friends in the evenings. Summer is off to a fantastic start!
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